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Three Critical Storylines I'm Focused on in Hawks vs. Magic Showdown

Atlanta Hawks basketball is finally back and this time the games actually count. The Hawks open their season on the road against the Orlando Magic, their Southeast division rival.

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Three Encouraging Developments from Atlanta Hawks Preseason

The preseason serves as a time for young players to battle for roster spots. Coaches use this time to test and tinker with new lineups. Most importantly, it’s the first time fans can see their new offseason additions.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 21

Hawks Vs Magic: Preview, Injury Report and Projected Starters For Wednesday's Game

The Atlanta Hawks are finally back - and this time, it counts. Tipping off the season is always exciting, but tonight's matchup against another playoff hopeful in the Orlando Magic, is a fun test for the Hawks on the first night.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 21

Join us for the 2026-27 Hawks season on the SB Nation app

Almost two months ago, we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. The app is available in North America, and we’re working on Europe and the rest of the world as we speak!

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The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 20

Atlanta Hawks Inactives for Season Opener vs Orlando: Who's in and who's out?

The Atlanta Hawks are 24 hours from beginning their season on the road against the Orlando Magic, and it will be the first of many matchups for the Southeast Division rivals this season.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 20

Final Atlanta Hawks Starting Lineup and Rotation Projection Ahead of the 2026-27 Season

The Atlanta Hawks play an NBA basketball game that counts tomorrow night. Atlanta is going to open its season with a matchup against the Orlando Magic, a team they swept the season series with last season.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 20

Atlanta Hawks Announced Streaming Partnership With Amazon Is A Huge Win For Fans

When FanDuel Sports Network announced it was closing its doors, it left many Atlanta Hawks fans wondering how they were going to be able to watch their favorite team.

WNBA News

Angel Reese goes viral for postgame dance moves in WNBA Finals

Sophie Cunningham calls out Angel Reese for 'dangerous' play on eve of WNBA Finals

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 20

PTH Roundtable: debating the best lineups

This is the third of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The third question: what would be your preferred starting and closing lineup(s) and why?

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Hawks enter historic Amazon Prime Video partnership for 2026-27 season

The Atlanta Hawks are just a day away from kicking off their 2026-27 NBA season on the road vs the Orlando Magic. The Hawks are looking to build off the success of last year, when they won their most games in a decade and pushed the New York Knicks further than any other team could in the NBA playoffs.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 20

Three Things I Think, Three Things I Know About The Atlanta Hawks Ahead of the Season Opener

The Atlanta Hawks are going to tip off their season on Wednesday night against the Orlando Magic, and Atlanta is going to start a campaign to get back to the postseason, but this time with better results.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 19

Magic seek fresh start under new coach as they host Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks will try to pick up where they left off last season when they travel to Orlando for the season opener Wednesday, while the Magic are looking for a fresh start under a new coach.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 19

Final Record Predictions for the Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 Season

The 2026-2027 NBA season is finally upon us. The Atlanta Hawks are not going to be a part of the opening night festivities; they will get their season started on Wednesday night with a road trip to Orlando.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 19

PTH Roundtable: who will break out?

This is the second of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The second question: who will have the biggest breakout performance and why?

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 19

Onsi Saleh’s tax comments reinforce the Hawks’ patient approach

Onsi Saleh has consistently emphasized financial flexibility, but his latest comments offer an important clarification: Atlanta has the authority to enter the luxury tax when the right opportunity comes.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 19

Thunder sign Cason Wallace to massive contract extension

The Oklahoma City Thunder are all-in on Cason Wallace.

Thunder make pair of roster moves

Spurs, Thunder set to renew rivalry in season-opening clash

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama is already doing insane things

Kevin Durant fires back at Mat Isbhia’s comments about him

Five bold predictions for the NBA's Western Conference

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 18

Biggest Preseason Concern the Atlanta Hawks Can't Afford to Ignore

After a disappointing loss against the Memphis Grizzlies to start the preseason, the Atlanta Hawks had an impressive four-game winning streak to end the exhibition season and give the team momentum heading into their season opening game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 18

What I Got Right (and Wrong) About the Atlanta Hawks This Preseason

The Atlanta Hawks wrapped up their preseason on Friday night with a win over the Dallas Mavericks, and Atlanta finished 4-1 during their five exhibition games.

Dorian Finney-Smith News / Lindy's Sports / October 18

Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate

On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Hawks Waive Cameron Corhen, Kobe Johnson

As expected, the Hawks have waived forward Cameron Corhen and guard Kobe Johnson, their two remaining camp invitees, the team announced today in a press release.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 17

Angel Reese Makes Her Opinion Of The New Nickname Given By Hawks Star CJ McCollum Crystal Clear

Angel Reese earned the Bayou Barbie nickname back at LSU for her glamorous on-court appearance: eyelash extensions and long pink nails. Now, after leading the Atlanta Dream to the WNBA finals, she has earned another recognition, now across sports, courtesy of Atlanta Hawks star CJ McCollum.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 13

WNBA adjusts Finals schedule, moves Dream home games to State Farm Arena

Just five days before Game 1 of the Finals tips off in California, this championship series looks like it has found a fitting home after all.

First look at 2026 WNBA Finals: What will decide Valkyries-Dream

Angel Reese's latest big performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Nneka Ogwumike wins sportsmanship honor for fifth time

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

Jock Landale News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13

Hawks’ Jock Landale takes notice of growing team chemistry amid 2026-27 preparation

The Atlanta Hawks have been through four games of the preseason, and it looks like they’re growing after every one of them. In their latest win against the Oklahoma City Thunder, they didn’t play most of their starters, as Nickeil Alexander-Walker was the lone player active.